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$342,027$227 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $236,000 on Aug 5, 2019

26821 128TH ST

STAPLES, MN 56479
0
Baths
1,508 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$342K
$316K low$368K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$236,000 · Aug 5, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,194 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$327,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$291,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$332,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$327,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
40
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
47
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWADENA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.95
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 88 ft²Porch · 212 ft²Outdoor kitchen

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Staples-Motley Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.1 mi
M
Staples-Motley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Staples-Motley Senior High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Staples-Motley School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 56479These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,119
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

26821 128th St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 91% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Wadena County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Staples 56479
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Staples 56479

What homes are worth in Staples 56479

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$46K$475K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Staples 56479.

How it measures up in Staples 56479

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Staples 56479.

Estimated value$342,027
CheaperTypical $161,563Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,508 ft²
SmallerTypical 960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.95 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 26821 128th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStaples 56479Wadena County
Estimated valuepricier than$342,02791% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22773% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,508 ft²83% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.95 ac53% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than199874% of homes57% of homes

About 26821 128th St

How much is 26821 128th St, Staples, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26821 128th St, Staples, MN is $342,027 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $315,892 to $368,162. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26821 128th St, Staples, MN last sell?

26821 128th St, Staples, MN last sold on Aug 5, 2019 for $236,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 26821 128th St, Staples, MN?

26821 128th St, Staples, MN has 1,508 square feet of living space and a 0.95-acre lot.

When was 26821 128th St, Staples, MN built?

26821 128th St, Staples, MN was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26821 128th St, Staples, MN?

26821 128th St, Staples, MN is assigned to Staples-Motley Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Staples-Motley Middle School (middle), rated C; Staples-Motley Senior High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Staples-Motley School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26821 128th St, Staples, MN compare to other homes in Staples 56479?

Among the 2,390 homes in Staples 56479, it is worth more than 91% of them ($342,027 against a typical $161,563), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($227 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,508 ft² against a typical 960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.95 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1998 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Wadena County, it is worth more than 91% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 26821 128th St, Staples, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 26821 128th St, Staples, MN was $3,194. The county assessed it at $327,600.

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